How to Deal With a Tiny Closet

If you have more stuff than space, we have brilliant tips you cant live without.

Instead of battling the scarf or necklace octopus that forms when you toss a bunch in a drawer, mount a basic peg board on one wall of the closet, and hang each item so they stay separate.

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Create a Hideaway For Your Summer Gear

Off-season items don't deserve prime closet real estate. If you have tall ceilings in your bedroom or living room, put a board shelf high up on the wall, and store summer clothing in cute boxes or baskets.

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Show Off Your Carry-All

Bags are super-bulky, so don't even think about housing them in a small closet. Instead, turn them into bedroom decor by displaying them on a shelf. It provides easy access, they won't get squashed, and you get instant wall art.

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Put Your Jeans on Display

Jeans take up a lot of room, so get creative: Fasten a multiple-hook fixture over the back of your closet door, and hang denim by the belt loops or roll them and store them on a wine rack (it's perfect for holding stiff clothing items).

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Keep Your Shoes In Pairs

The area under your bed is great for shoes. Buy a rolling shoe rack or plastic bin, and keep your kicks organized and easy to grab.

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How to Save Even More Space

Don't be afraid to venture even farther out of the closet. Invest in a couple storage ottomans for your living room, and use them to house off-season clothing and things you don't wear often. In the bathroom, keep extra sheets and towels on an above-the-door board shelf or a fixture that goes over the toilet. It's a great place for space eaters, plus it gives your bathroom a luxury-hotel feel.

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